BALANCE 502
Specifications
Hull
| LOA | 50.03 ft |
| LWL | 50.03 ft |
| Beam | 25.92 ft |
| Draft | 7.45 ft/ 4.46 ft min |
| Displacement | 28,219.17 lb |
| Hull speed1.34·√LWL | 9.5 kn |
Rig & Sails
| Mainsail | 1,029.35 sq ft |
| Jib (100%) | 423.13 sq ft |
| Spinnaker | 2,345.45 sq ft |
About the BALANCE 502
Available with VersaDrive Hybrid engine: 2x 15 kW, 2x 20hp Integral E-Drive Displacement: 12,800 - 14,000 kg / 28,219 - 30,864 lbs depending on equipment. Max load: 18,850 kg / 41,550 lbs. Sail area (reported) above = 100% fore triangle Sail area: -Main: 95.63 m² / 1,029.4 ft² -Working self-tacking Jib: 39.31 m² / 423 ft² -Asymmetric spinnaker: 217.9 m² / 2,345 ft² -Reacher Code D: 89.55 m² / 963.37 ft²
The Balance 502 is a modern catamaran designed by Philip Berman and Anton du Toit, built by Balance Catamarans with production starting in 2025. As a brand-new model with no established owner report history, the fleet consists of initial deliveries rather than a mature population with long-term usage data.
- Best for:
- This vessel suits buyers seeking a contemporary, high-performance cruising catamaran with modern amenities, particularly those prioritizing solar power integration and advanced electronics for coastal or intra-coastal passage making.
- Bluewater capability:
- With a displacement of 28219.17 lb and a capsize ratio of 3.41, the hull form suggests stability for offshore passages, though its bluewater pedigree is unproven given the 2025 start of production.
- Comparables:
- Comparable vessels include other modern 50-foot performance catamarans such as the Lagoon 50 or Fountaine-Pajot Salia 50, which share similar fractional sloop rigs and focus on interior volume and modern sailing dynamics.
Performance
Pricing
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Estimated Cost of Ownership
Based on 50.03ft LOA. Actual costs vary by condition, usage, and local rates.
Known Issues & Pre-Purchase Inspection
6 reported issues across 4 systems for the BALANCE 502, compiled from owner reports in sailing forums and owner-association material.
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